315 A "Spirited" History
History | Registration opens 8/4/26 9:00 AM EDT
Thunder Road tells the story of Appalachian moonshining and its lasting impact. Rooted in the mountains, it traces how this tradition influenced American history, shaping laws and tax policies over time. From small, hidden stills to the transport routes that carried the product, its legacy continues to be felt in more subtle ways today.
Alex Gabbard
Alex Gabbard went off to college to study mechanical engineering but was drafted into the Vietnam conflict. After returning to college, he studied atomic physics and had a career doing research in civilian applications of energy at ORNL. He is now retired and enjoys restoring old cars and writing books. He has written many books about his interests in history and cars. He has published 37 books.